# AnimatedPics vs Open Mic Recorder

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AnimatedPics at 71% against Open Mic Recorder's 0%. AnimatedPics also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (102 vs 2). Open Mic Recorder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AnimatedPics sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Open Mic Recorder asks for nothing beyond the download.

AnimatedPics holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AnimatedPics has 102 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of AnimatedPics's written reviews are positive against 0% of Open Mic Recorder's.

## The numbers

| Metric | AnimatedPics | Open Mic Recorder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (102 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animatedpics-image-animation/id840046325/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-mic-recorder/id1645423639/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **102** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **70.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 60 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 22 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ki Tat Chung](https://appshunter.io/developer/294170919) | [John Pothier](https://appshunter.io/developer/1645423641) |

## What reviewers say

### AnimatedPics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animatedpics-image-animation/id840046325)

Easily transform your photos into engaging animated videos for social media. Add stunning opening animations, smooth panning, and zooming effects to make your pictures stand out before sharing.

**Highlights:** Beautiful opening animations, Smooth panning & zooming, Decorative frames, Watermark customization (Pro Pack), Save and share to social media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deco 2 - Frame Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Deco 3 - Frame Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dividers - Frame Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Corners 1 - Frame Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Corners 2 - Frame Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- ✨ Fun to create
- 🤩 Good effects
- 🚀 Gets things done quick
- 💯 Awesome app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot save work
- ⚠️ Forced to rate
- 💸 Asking to pay again
- ❌ Doesn't work anymore
- 🤔 Confusing to use

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot save any work
- App asks to rate to unlock features
- Upgraded version disappeared after reinstall
- Error when trying to save to camera roll
- App won't save after applying FX

**Requested features**

- Add more features
- More animations and border options without purchase
- Option to not have opening animation
- Add more pictures
- Choice of extending video


### Open Mic Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-mic-recorder/id1645423639)

Easily record and organize video performances from open mic events. Set time limits with visual cues and manage multiple performers.

**Highlights:** Record video performances, Organize by performer, Set performance time limits, Visual timer alerts (flash), Tripod setup friendly

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AnimatedPics free?

AnimatedPics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Open Mic Recorder free?

Open Mic Recorder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AnimatedPics or Open Mic Recorder?

AnimatedPics is rated higher. AnimatedPics averages 3.9 out of 5 from 102 ratings, while Open Mic Recorder averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do AnimatedPics or Open Mic Recorder have ads?

AnimatedPics shows ads; Open Mic Recorder does not.

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